Chapter 136: If She Doesn't Want to Marry, No One Can Force Her!
Since Gu Fei had made his stance clear, Jia Xing Tian didn't say much more. While the surrounding empires of the Jia Ma Empire did have some strong individuals, none were overwhelmingly powerful. With Gu Fei's unfathomable strength and the seventh-rank magical beast by his side, he certainly had the confidence to make such a statement.
After discussing the Snake - People Tribe's migration, the atmosphere at the banquet relaxed considerably. Jia Xing Tian, adhering to the principle of being a good host, didn't pry further, but Yao Ye couldn't hold back her curiosity.
She noticed Queen Medusa staying close to Gu Fei, and how Gu Fei would occasionally touch Queen Medusa's belly, to which she responded with a sweet smile. That behavior clearly indicated affection.
Could it be that Queen Medusa and Gu Fei were together? The idea seemed unbelievable to Jia Xing Tian. The cold, bloodthirsty Queen Medusa, known for her lack of emotions, actually liked a human?
While Jia Xing Tian was shocked, Yao Ye felt a surge of jealousy. After learning of Gu Fei's return, she had meticulously dressed up, hoping to make a good impression on him, or even win his heart. Yet, up to this point, Gu Fei hadn't spared her a glance.
"Young Master Gu Fei," Yao Ye decided to initiate a conversation. "It seems you've grown much stronger since our last meeting. Did you encounter some great opportunity?"
"Nothing special, just natural talent," Gu Fei responded, cutting the conversation short, which made Cai Lin chuckle and playfully roll her eyes at him.
Yao Ye forced a smile and continued, "Young Master Gu Fei, you truly are a prodigy. I'm certain you'll be one of the strongest in the world someday."
"That's a given..." Gu Fei began to respond, but then, noticing Cai Lin rolling her eyes again, he stopped and simply smiled.
Yao Ye wasn't foolish. She realized that Gu Fei's attention was entirely on Queen Medusa and that he had no interest in speaking with her. Though she felt deeply disappointed, she didn't persist.
Just as Yao Ye fell silent, a more energetic individual made her entrance.
"Master Gu Fei! How could you come back without telling me? I've been dying to show you my progress in alchemy!"
The door burst open, and a lively young girl bounced into the room.
"When did you take on a disciple?" Cai Lin asked.
"Just now, Yao Ye mentioned that your teacher is marrying Gu He. Is that why you're here?" Gu Fei asked directly.
"Yes! That's exactly why I'm here," Nalan Yanran replied urgently.
"Is your teacher willing?" Gu Fei asked again.
"Of course not!" Nalan Yanran immediately answered. "Although my teacher respects Master Gu He, it's purely out of courtesy, with no feelings involved. When my grandteacher suggested the marriage, my teacher refused firmly, but my grandteacher, wanting to secure
an alliance with Master Gu He, sealed my teacher's Dou Qi and confined her..." "Now, my teacher is trapped in the Misty Cloud Sect. I know you and my teacher are friends, so I came to ask for your help. If you don't, then my teacher..."
Nalan Yanran experiences sadness, emotional value +60
As she spoke, Nalan Yanran began to cry, her tone filled with deep sorrow.
After hearing Nalan Yanran's account, Gu Fei's brow furrowed, and his vast Dou Qi
unconsciously began to surge around him.
"So strong!" The mere release of a fraction of his aura caused discomfort for both Yao Ye and Nalan Yanran, and Jia Xing Tian quickly intervened to protect them.
He could sense that Gu Fei's Dou Qi was as vast as an ocean, while he himself was but a small stream in comparison.
"Outrageous... Yun Shan's actions are unworthy of a master!" Gu Fei said angrily.
He had once advised Yun Yun to leave the Jia Ma Empire for a broader world, but she had hesitated out of concern for the Yun Lan Sect. Gu Fei had respected her decision, but he hadn't expected this to happen.
"If she doesn't want to marry, no one can force her!"
(TL/n: First batch release of the day. Let me know which name you guys prefer for Gu Fei's first daughter: Xian Le or Xian Yue. Don't forget to leave a review and I'll see you guys soon.)